Surface Water

Manitowoc County has an abundance of surface water that provides quality habitat for wildlife as well as exceptional recreation opportunities. The county has 10 major watersheds, 927 miles of streams and rivers, 355 miles of perennial flow, 572 miles of intermittent flow, and 109 lakes.

Water Quality AssessmentManitowoc County water bodies are subject to impairments from a variety of sources. Major nonpoint problems impacting Manitowoc County water bodies and groundwater include the following: